Toyota Tundra & Tacoma Truck Recalls
On September 9, 2009, the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalled almost four million Toyota and Lexus vehicles because of unexpected acceleration caused by faulty floor mats that can become stuck under accelerator pedals. This included a Tacoma floor mat recall for models from 2005-2010 and a Tundra floor mat recall for models from 20007-2010. At the time of the recall, the floor mat defect was suspected to be the cause of a recent fatal accident, and the NHTSA suggested that owners of these and other Toyota vehicles immediately remove the floor mats.
The recent Toyota recalls for cars such as the Prius and Avalon, production cuts, and sales cessations are all signs of these serious problems. Although Toyota began addressing the issue in early 2010 by having dealers temporarily shorten the pedals—with replacement pedals becoming available in April of that year to permanently address the Tundra and Tacoma gas pedal recall—the risk of accident can still exist today for owners unaware of the problems.
The Issue of Sudden Acceleration
If you or a loved one has been involved in a serious car accident in a Toyota vehicle resulting from a floor mat accident or a stuck gas pedal, it is important to understand the issues of sudden acceleration since police and others may assume driver error to be the cause. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries or losses, but it is important that you contact a professional who has the experience, reputation, and knowledge to handle your case with efficiency.
The auto defect attorneys at Bailey & Glasser, LLP are here to help you make sense of your potential case and can provide you with the answers you need to pursue a Tundra or Tacoma floor mat lawsuit. As one of nine lawyers appointed to the Plaintiffs Counsel Committee for Economic Loss in the national lawsuit filed against Toyota Motor Corporation, attorney Benjamin Bailey and our entire team understand the details behind these complex cases.
Contact Us
If you have been the victim of a Tundra or Tacoma gas pedal accident or floor mat accident, call us today at 866-722-1588 or contact Bailey & Glasser, LLP online to tell us about your sudden acceleration case.
